Senior Corporate Controller – Manufacturing & Ops Leader

SkyWater Search Partners; Sleepy Eye (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyWater Search Partners is seeking a Corporate Controller for a large family-owned organization in southwest Minnesota. This senior role involves overseeing accounting and financial reporting, partnering closely with business leaders, and requires a strong foundation in GAAP, reporting, and audit. Ideal candidates should have 10–15+ years of progressive accounting experience, and a collaborative leadership style. The role requires a consistent on-site presence, approximately two hours from the Twin Cities.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of progressive accounting and leadership experience.
• Experience within manufacturing, agriculture, food production, distribution.
• Strong controllership foundation (GAAP, reporting, audit, internal controls).
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams.
• Collaborative, grounded leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and financial reporting.
• Serve as a visible business partner across the organization.
• Engage deeply with operations and business leaders.

Skills

Progressive accounting and leadership experience

Strong controllership foundation (GAAP, reporting, audit, internal controls)

Leadership and development skills

Business partnering and communication skills

Job description

SkyWater Search Partners is seeking a Corporate Controller for a large family-owned organization in southwest Minnesota. This senior role involves overseeing accounting and financial reporting, partnering closely with business leaders, and requires a strong foundation in GAAP, reporting, and audit. Ideal candidates should have 10–15+ years of progressive accounting experience, and a collaborative leadership style. The role requires a consistent on-site presence, approximately two hours from the Twin Cities.